Local Candidates Claim Victory as Votes Tally Up

A Night of Decisive Wins and Future Promises for Warren County.

Citizens of Warren County turned out in force to cast their votes for a range of critical political positions, from the Senate to the local Soil and Water Conservation Director. As the unofficial results trickle in, it’s a mix of jubilation and defeats across party lines and individual aspirations.

The precincts are nearly all accounted for, with a notable 91.67% reporting and a voter turnout of over 41%. Nearly 13,000 ballots out of 30,837 registered voters show a community engaged in the democratic process.

In the significant race for the Senate of Virginia’s 1st District, Republican Timmy F. French is leading with a comfortable 62.53% of the votes, leaving his Democratic rival Emily G. Scott trailing at 30.78%. The House of Delegates race echoed these results, with Republican Delores R. Oates seizing a similar majority over Democrat Steven E. Foreman and Independent Grace E. Morrison.

The courthouse races displayed even more decisive victories. Angela M. “Angie” Moore is set to become the new Clerk of Court for Warren County with a staggering 98.53% of votes. John S. Bell’s bid for Commonwealth’s Attorney seems secure with 97.49%, and Sherry T. Sours will likely serve as Commissioner of Revenue with a near-unanimous voter nod. The Treasurer’s seat saw a closer contest, with Janice M. Butler Shanks edging over Allison R. Ross.

Law enforcement and administrative positions also reflected strong leads by candidates. Crystal M. Cline is in the lead for Sheriff with a notable 75.73% of the vote, suggesting a clear mandate from the community.

In the Board of Supervisors contests, R. A. “Rich” Jamieson, John W. Stanmeyer, and Cheryl L. Smedley Cullers look to claim their districts with comfortable majorities. For the School Board, Melanie C. Salins and Tom L. McFadden Jr. appear victorious in their respective districts, while Kristen J. Pence overtakes Leslie E. Mathews in a more closely-watched battle.

Lastly, the Soil and Water Conservation Director seat for the Lord Fairfax District is all but confirmed for Mark W. Huddleston. The special election for the Front Royal Town Council saw Melissa A. DeDomenico-Payne and Glenn E. Wood gain the seats, leaving competitors behind.

As Warren County and its neighbors step into a new political chapter, the night’s results indicate a clear direction chosen by its constituents. With promises to uphold and expectations to meet, the newly elected officials will have their work cut out for them. The reactions from various camps will emerge in the coming days, painting a fuller picture of this election’s impact.

PRECINCTS REPORTING
91.67%
Not Reported: 1
Election Night Reported:11

VOTER TURNOUT
41.23%
Ballots Cast: 12,713
Registered Voters:30,837

Member, Senate of Virginia (1st District)
Timmy F. French, Republican,62.53%, 7,880
Emily G. Scott, Democratic,30.78%,3,879
Write-In 6.68%, 842

Member, House of Delegates (31st District)
Delores R. Oates, Republican, 63.47%, 7,306
Steven E. Foreman, Democratic,30.56%,3,518
Grace E. Morrison, Independent,5.76%, 663
Write-In, 0.21%, 24

Clerk of Court (Warren County)
Angela M. “Angie” Moore, 98.53%, 10,928
Write-In 1.47%, 163

Commonwealth’s Attorney (Warren County)
John S. Bell, 97.49%, 10,593
Write-In 2.51%, 273

Sheriff (Warren County)
Vote for only one
Crystal M. Cline, 75.73%, 9,495
Mark A. Butler, 23.88%, 2,994
Write-In, 0.39%, 49

Commissioner of Revenue (Warren County)
Sherry T. Sours, 98.73%, 10,917
Write-In, 1.27%, 140

Treasurer (Warren County)
Janice M. Butler Shanks, 54.89%, 6,418
Allison R. Ross, 44.45%, 5,198
Write-In, 0.66%, 77

Member Board of Supervisors (North River District)
R. A. “Rich” Jamieson, 68.72%, 1,419
Write-In, 31.28%, 646

Member Board of Supervisors (Shenandoah District)
John W. Stanmeyer, 55.20%, 1,273
Walter J. Mabe, 42.28%, 975
Write-In, 2.52%, 58

Member Board of Supervisors (South River District)
Cheryl L. Smedley Cullers, 97.16%, 2,153
Write-In, 2.84%, 63

Member School Board (North River District)
Melanie C. Salins, 85.14%, 1,644
Write-In, 14.86%, 287

Member School Board (Shenandoah District)
Tom L. McFadden Jr.,61.60%, 1,402
Write-In, 38.40%, 874

Member School Board (South River District)
Leslie E. Mathews, 45.82% 1,118
Kristen J. Pence, 53.61%, 1,308
Write-In, 0.57%, 14

Soil and Water Conservation Director Lord Fairfax District (Warren County)
Mark W. Huddleston, 94.39%, 10,065
Write-In, 5.61%, 598

Member Town Council – Special (Front Royal) – Two seats
Melissa A. DeDomenico-Payne, 26.25%, 1,523
D. R. “Skip” Rogers, 20.49%, 1,189
C. R. “Connie” Marshner, 22.61%, 1,312
Glenn E. Wood, 29.47%, 1,710
Write-In, 1.17%, 68